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Nutrient IV therapy is a hot new trend. It involves pumping vitamins, minerals, and fluids directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract for what is meant to be a rush of wellness to the veins. But is there science to support it? DT Investigates#Medicine & Human body

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With the supply lines blocked and antiseptics quickly running out during the US Civil War, Confederate physician Francis Porcher was tasked with an important job – find alternatives close to hand in the surrounding wilderness.#Medicine & Human body

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As the world grows ever more urban, the lack of natural outdoor space could have lifelong consequences for our mental health. Growing up around greener spaces has consistently been linked to better health outcomes, and new research suggests these b#Medicine & Human body

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Researchers in Japan have developed a fast, accurate and fully automated device that can measure the extent of α-synuclein aggregation in the cerebrospinal fluid of patients with Parkinson's disease.#Medicine & Human body

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The autoimmune disorder lupus impacts roughly half a billion people worldwide, and yet while the name rings familiar, few among us know much about it. Now, we might be closer than ever to determining the real cause of this disease.#Medicine & Human body

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Delegates at the invitation-only AI roundtable organised by SGInnovate and ADB-DutchCham discussed strategies to encourage corporate-startup collaborations in the field of AI. The sharing was done under Chatham house rules, so invited speakers in this article are not identified.#Medicine & Human body

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In a bid to fight disease outbreaks, Facebook has built new maps that can help its health partners better understand where people live, how they are moving and whether they have connectivity.#Medicine & Human body

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MIT synthetic biologist Peter Carr and researchers in his group at Lincoln Laboratory have developed a system that they liken to a “biomultimeter.” The system, called PERSIA, uses fluorescent labeling to illuminate different parts of a genetic circuit and allows researchers to measure biological functions.#Medicine & Human body

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Elements is more than just a science show. It’s your science-loving best friend, tasked with keeping you updated and interested on all the compelling, innovative and groundbreaking science happening all around us. Join our passionate hosts as they help break down and present fascinating science, from quarks to quantum theory and beyond.#Medicine & Human body